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Mark explained why he settled on the idea: “I visited Humanity Torbay’s offices a few weeks ago and in the space of just a few hours nearly 100 homeless individuals signed in at reception to receive clothing, advice and even just a hot cup of tea or coffee.

Mark Hoyle with mock ups of his royal number plate for sale

“Last night, a walk around the harbourside in Torquay really showed the extent of the homeless crisis here with just about every shop doorway occupied by individuals in sleeping bags.

He added: “Torquay is probably no different to many other seaside towns in the UK but the level of support here from voluntary groups is absolutely fantastic. A group of voluntees for Humanity Torbay is hoping to provide hot meals for the homeless for four days over the Xmas break.

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“I promised the founder of Humanity Torbay, Ellie Waugh, to help with fundraising if I could. I am not much good at coffee mornings or bric-a-brac sales, but have previously raised funds for the local cancer day care unit at Torbay hospital by selling one of my registration numbers - GU11 SEA which was bought by a Brighton football fan.”